Wichita Falls, TX – Single sprinkler extinguishes dishwasher fire at university student housing

Firefighters say the fire started in the dishwasher and extended to the cabinet and countertop.

There was a single sprinkler head in the kitchen area that activated so there was a considerable amount of water in the apartment. 3″ of standing water was throughout the apartment before WFFD crews removed it.

The water affected the electrical service in the downstairs apartment and caused multiple breakers to trip.

The damage to the building is estimated at $10,000. The damage to the building contents is estimated at $5,000.

Maintenance was called to the scene to help with utility control and staff arrived on scene to help relocate students.